“The soups at Newk’s are all made from scratch and have acquired quite a loyal fan base over the years,” says Chris Newcomb, founder, president, and CEO of Newk’s. “We like to switch the schedule and offerings as the seasons change. This fall we have brought back some fan favorites for the cooler weather.”

A selection of wines by the glass and beer is also available at select locations.

Since opening its first location in Oxford, Mississippi, in 2004, Newk’s Express Cafés have expanded its presence to 11 states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.

Newk's has approximately 50 restaurants and more than 40 are franchised. Five new restaurants opened in 2010 and 15 opened in 2011.

Projections call for seven restaurants to open in 2012 and 10 to open in 2013.